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Hands On Heritage: A School Celebration of Belonging and Community

Celebrate what makes each student and family unique and what brings your school community together. Hands On Heritage is a ready-to-use guide that helps school leaders plan a joyful, inclusive cultural celebration to close the year with connection and pride.

Created By
Kim Roepke
&
Janon Tufte
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How it Works

This resource includes a full planning timeline, family sign-up forms, event signage, thank-you cards, and marketing templates. Everything you need to host a meaningful schoolwide event honoring culture, tradition, and belonging

Educator Collaboration

This resource was built in collaboration with dedicated educators and school leaders who shared their experience, ideas, and insights at every step. We’re grateful for their partnership in creating tools that truly make a difference in schools. ‍

Collaborators:

Janon Tufte, Gifted & Talented Teacher in Omaha, NE

Kim Roepke, Kindergarten Teacher in Omaha, NE

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